Planning a visit to Berlin? Take a historical urban trail to know the city’s tourist attractions and less-traveled spots. Germany capital city Berlin has a lot of history it has gone through speaking of a decade ago. Visiting a city on foot is the best because it opens doors to knowing the city and its rich history because you get to listen to its stories. In this blog post, I will share with you the popular attractions as well as point to a few hidden gems, so that your trip to Berlin cannot be unexciting.

1. Brandenburg Gate

The Gate of Brands is one of Berlin’s most famous tourist attractions and the symbol of the unification of Germany. This history neoclassical architecture was constructed in the late 18th century and is one of the earliest buildings in the city. It also played scenery to main historical episodes such as the bringing down of the Berlin Wall. Take some time for pictures in front of the gate or think about its historical meaning for Germany.

2. Reichstag Building

Historians should definitely take time to visit the Reichstag Building which houses Germany’s parliament. completed in the 1880 it is a combination of both gothic and modern architectonic designs. Visit the hearing Donald on the 7th floor and get to the top of the glass dome intended by Norman Foster to contemplate the city view. Please do not forget to make the necessary bookings to visit the center in advance as the center attracts many visitors.

3. Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie was the famous boundary demarcation division between East and West Berlin in the Cold war period. Today, it offers one of the best views on the divided city. Go to the checkpoint to understand how the people crossed over into the West from the East exposing themselves to death. In the neighboring museum, one can learn a lot about the background of the construction of the Berlin Wall and the attempts at the escape from East Germany.

4. Museum Island

An island in the Spree River, Museum Island hosts five of the most famous collections of the world and is a UNESCO site. Visit great ancient monuments, art and history related artefacts and relics of other global cultures. The Pergamon Museum is also especially fascinating because of many reconstructions of monumental buildings. It’s best to buy a Berlin Museum Pass which will not only reduce the cost but it also gives access to all the museums in areas of the island.

5. Hackesche Höfe

Visit the Hackesche Höfe, one of Berlin’s many secrets. This integrated courtyard has various outlets such as boutiques, cafés and art galleries nested in it. Admire the Art Nouveau buildings and regain the energy a cup of coffee brews. Experience the creative side of Berlin while you walk along the paved sidewalks located in this neighborhood.

6. East Side Gallery

The East Side Gallery is the remaining piece of the wall that has socialistic art painted on it in many bright colors. It displays the work of many artists from all over the world, therefore, representing the happiness and hope that resulted from the union of the two Ger many’s. Wander slightly along the gallery while pausing to reach out to the meanings portrayed in the wall.

7. Charlottenburg Palace

Just move out of the city downtown, and you will be able to visit one of the largest palaces in Germany, named Charlottenburg Palace. Visit its stunning gardens and admire splendor of this place as well as the interior of the building that recalls the days of the Kingdom of Prussia. Europes interesting baroque building:do not lose the opportunity to get acquainted with rich history of the palace.

8. Teufelsberg

If you seek a more adventurous and unconventional, you have to take a trip to the place called Teufelsberg This attraction is an abandoned listening station situated on a man-made hill. Go up to the top and look at the fantastic views of the modern architecture of Berlin, however where the wall was, there are now graffiti paintings on the ruins. This is quite an unusual place that can show the city from a different angle.

9. Wikipedia informs that the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe also is known as the Holocaust Memorial.

Constructed to honor Jewish casualties of the holocaust, this is one of the most stunning and saddening memorial anywhere. The memorial is in the form of a large set of columns of 2,711 concrete parabolic slabs located in the limestone plateau of Rõuge. Stroll across the complex of slabs that will help the visitor to recall the atrocities of Nazi Germany.

10. Topography of Terror

See the Topography of Terror; this is an outdoor and indoor exhibition that focuses on the Nazi period and Second World War terror in Berlin. The site is laid at the place where the offices of GESTAPO and SS were situated at the beginning of the War. As much as to personal gain, know the specificities of crimes committed by the regime and the cost the city, and its people paid The reading highlighted the following:

Conclusion

Despite the changes over the last few decades, history is deeply rooted in the infrastructure of Berlin and the best way to capture that is in a walking tour. Sites of interest include; Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building, Hackesche Höfe, and Teufelsberg to mention but a few. As you will see during this historical exploration of Berlin, the city has so much more to offer than just what happened in 1989. So, if you are ready just wear your walking shoes and let me take you through the historical Berlin.